Certified EMDR Therapist serving VA, MD, and DC
Hi there. I’m Dawne.
Pronouns: she/her
I help people find relief from anxiety, self-esteem challenges, and relationship stress by targeting their most urgent pressure points, using a broad range of evidence-based tools including EMDR and the Flash Technique. In addition to standard EMDR therapy, I also provide IFS-Informed EMDR therapy.
In all things, love is my guiding principle. My passion is helping people learn to accept themselves more fully and heal from hurtful events and memories in order to experience more freedom, connection, and joy in their lives.
My approach to therapy is supportive and collaborative. I listen deeply, looking for the hidden connections in your story. I have a particular talent for seeing a person’s blind spots and sharing them in a compassionate way. When we bring these blind spots into conscious awareness, that is where change can begin to occur.
My therapy style is holistic.
As a holistic therapist, I believe that when any system of the body is out of balance, it affects the whole. For that reason, I feel it is essential to bring attention to all parts of our being (mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual) for optimal healing.
Some of the holistic questions we might explore together include:
🌱 How does your past affect your current relationships? 🌱 What links your nervous system to your emotions? 🌱 Is there a purpose behind your struggles? 🌱 Why are you facing these unique challenges, and how can you ease your pain? 🌱 How does your diet influence your mental well-being? 🌱 How can you regain control over your emotions? 🌱 How can you infuse more joy and love into your life?
If you've been looking for a therapy experience that supports your mind, heart, body, and spirit – you’ve come to the right place.
“If we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding, shame can’t survive.”
— Brené Brown
Credentials:
Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia; License #0701011303
Licensed Professional Counselor in Washington, DC; License #PRC200001297
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland; License #LC13064
My multi-state credentials allow me to provide virtual therapy to clients throughout Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC.
M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Alaska Fairbanks
EMDRIA Credentials:
Certified EMDR Therapist and EMDR Consultant in Training
https://www.emdria.org/directory/people/dawne-sherman/
Professional Trainings:
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
• IFS-Informed EMDR
• EMDR for Grief and Loss
• Advanced Flash Technique
Holistic Trainings:
Massage Therapy, Reiki, Laughter Yoga, and Natural Foods Chef
Ready to start feeling better?
Schedule a free consultation today.